shalimar perfume history

Shalimar is a historic perfume created by Jacques Guerlain in 1921 for the French perfume and cosmetics house Guerlain. It is considered the first ambery perfume in history and is preserved in its original 1925 formulation in the archives of the Osmothèque. The fragrance contains notes of bergamot, lemon, iris, jasmine, rose, patchouli, vetiver, opopanax, tonka bean, frankincense, sandalwood, musk, civet, ambergris, leather, and vanilla. Shalimar is classified as an Oriental perfume and is designed for women. It has been a flagship product for Guerlain and is known for its opulent, addictive, and sensual characteristics. The perfume has a rich history and has been a subject of both positive and negative opinions, with some considering it a timeless classic and others finding it too heavy and musky. The ingredients of Shalimar include a variety of natural and synthetic components, such as bergamot, jasmine, vanilla, and musk